Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug

Compare the Cardigan Welsh Corgi to the Pug. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Cardigan Welsh Corgis and Pugs.

Cardigan Welsh Corgi vs Pug
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Pug
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Pug
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General Details
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Pug
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Height
10-12 Inches
10-14 Inches
Weight
20-30 Pounds
13-20 Pounds
Intelligence
Above Average
Below Average
History
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Pug
Origin Country
United Kingdom
China
Origin Year
1200 AD
-206 BC
Temperament
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Pug
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Average
Above Average
Stranger Friendly
Average
Above Average
Personality
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Pug
Traits
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Living Environment
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Pug
Apartment
Yes
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
No
No
Temperature Tolerance
45-85 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Pug
Energy Level
High
Low
Exercise Required
Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
23 MPH
12 MPH
Strength
Medium
Low
Grooming Needs
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Pug
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High
Shedding
Medium
High
Dander
Medium
High
Drool
None
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Pug
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Pug
Distracted Easy
No
No
Focused & Patient
Yes
No
Breed Instincts
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Pug
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
None
Below Average
Herding
Above Average
Below Average
Hunting
None
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
None
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Pug
Average Lifespan
12-14 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Pug
Common Health Issues
Cataracts
Hip dysplasia
Von willebrand's disease
Patent ductus arteriosus
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Cystinuria
Degenerative myelopathy
Retinal dysplasia
Intervertebral disc disease
Entropion
Hip dysplasia
Patellar luxation
Legg-Calve-Perthes disease
Progressive retinal atrophy
Allergies
Epilepsy
Corneal ulcer
Proptosis
Distichiasis
Dry eye
Cheyletiella dermatitis
Pug dog encephalitis
Nerve degeneration
Demodectic mange
Staph infection
Yeast infection
Hemivertebra
Vaccination sensitivity
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Pug
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Straight
Coat Length
Medium to Long
Short
Coat Coloring
Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Pug
Breed Colors
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